1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
