2008 Opel Antara vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 430 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 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Antara | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
