1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Toyota Crown | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | C70 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 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 | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
