2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
