2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vaneo | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
