TOYOTA CROWN - Fifth Generation
Launched in 1974 in Japan, export began from 1975. Offered as 4-door Sedan, 2 door Hardtop Coupe, 4-door Hardtop Sedan, Wagon, and Van. Engines are 2.0 and 2.6 liter gasoline. The 2.2 liter diesel was introduced September 1978. Trim levels are Standard, Deluxe, Super Saloon, and the top of the line Royal Saloon was first introduced. Minor change was given in 1978. This version of the Crown saw the introduction of disc brakes at both the front and rear axles, speed sensitive power steering, and a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
Initially available with the "old style" 4M engine with rounded valve cover, later models switched to the new 4M engine with rectangular valve cover. This generation also saw the introduction of fuel injection on both the 2.6 liter 4M and the 2.0 liter M engines. Select models also were available with 4 wheel disc brakes and twin piston calipers on the front brakes.
The pillarless Hardtop Sedan model has a front chrome grill and square headlights.
| Production | 1974-1979 |
|---|---|
| Body style(s) | 4-door sedan 4-door station wagon 2-door coupe |
| Engine(s) | 2.6L 2M I6 SOHC 2.2L diesel straight 4 |
| Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic 3-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2690 mm (105.9 in) |
| Length | 4765 mm (187.6 in) |
| Width | 1690 mm (66.5 in) |
| Height | 1440 mm (56.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 1470 kg (3241 lb) |
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