1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 342 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2010 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Eos |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2578 mm |
