2000 Holden Vectra vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Vectra | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |