1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 61 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 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Crown | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Passat |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2712 mm |