1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 225 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crown | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
