1979 Toyota Crown vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 556 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Crown | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
