1998 Buick Signia vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Signia | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |