1957 Toyota Crown vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 1999 Acura RL is newer by 42 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 425 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 1957 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 1999 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Crown | RL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
