1964 Toyota Crown vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
