1975 Toyota Crown vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 436 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Crown | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
