2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 429 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
