2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 26 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 131 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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, 2001 Opel 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
