2000 Opel Astra vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 146 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
