1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 249 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 Volvo V50, 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 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Toyota Crown | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | V50 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |