1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 44 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Crown | Nubira |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |