2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 40 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V, 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
