1965 Toyota Crown vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1973 Volvo 164 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Crown | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | 164 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
