1991 Lexus LS vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
