1968 Toyota Crown vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 25 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
