1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Crown | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2231 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |