1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 103 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Toyota Crown | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |