2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 6 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
