1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 56 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 910 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, 2013 Volvo XC90, 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2857 mm |
