1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 40 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Bora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
