1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Crown | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | S80 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
