1977 Toyota Crown vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 29 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Crown | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
