1991 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 23 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 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, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
