1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 14 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 Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
