1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
