1979 Toyota Crown vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Quantum |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |