1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1015 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Crown | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | T5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
