1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 53 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30, 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (350 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Crown | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | C30 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
