1969 Toyota Crown vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Crown | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Solara |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |