1968 Toyota Crown vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | 850 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |