1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 45 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 50 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, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2002 Holden Vectra 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. 2002 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Crown | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
