2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Speedster | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |