1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2004 Toyota Avensis, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
