2000 Volkswagen AAC vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 104 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen AAC | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | AAC | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 765 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
