2000 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal, 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Regal | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |