1956 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Toyota Crown | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
