1960 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Toyota Crown | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Bora |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |