2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |