2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 348 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
