1966 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 649 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Crown | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crown | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3022 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
