1988 Toyota Carina vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 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 4 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | Crown |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |