1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge 600 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Crown |
Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |