1966 Toyota Crown vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Crown | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | 440 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
