1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 77 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Toyota Crown 2012 Toyota Tacoma
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Crown Tacoma
Year Released 1965 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1897 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 159 HP
Torque 146 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 79 L


 

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