1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown. 1978 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
