1977 Toyota Crown vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Crown | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |