1984 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 28 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Crown | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |