1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 25 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, 2002 Citroen C5, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Crown | C5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
