1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
