1969 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Crown | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
