1969 Audi Variant vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 1 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. 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, 1969 Audi Variant, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Audi Variant | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Crown |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |