1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 32 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown.
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, 2000 Volvo V40, 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 (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | V40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
