2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 702 kg more than 1966 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
