2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
