1985 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 575 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Crown | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Crown | Antara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
