1966 Toyota Crown vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 40 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1966 Toyota Crown. 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, 2006 Volvo C70, 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Crown | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | C70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
