1969 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 38 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 302 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Crown | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Sharan |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |