2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
