1968 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 349 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
