2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 41 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
