1962 Toyota Crown vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Bora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
