2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 571 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
