1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 28 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 2007 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | V70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |