1956 Toyota Crown vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70, 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, 2001 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown. 2001 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Toyota Crown | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | C70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
