1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 45 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | S80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
