1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
