1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
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 Tundra, 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3956 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
