1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 44 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 147 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 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 | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
