1962 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 46 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 311 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Crown | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Touran |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |