1968 Toyota Crown vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Carina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1973 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 201 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |