1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 45 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Toyota Crown | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
