1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 255 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 Chevrolet Lumina, 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 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |