1999 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |