1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 25 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 482 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Aurora | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |