1959 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Toyota Crown | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | XC60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2774 mm |