2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 44 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 97 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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
