1957 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Crown | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
