1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 52 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 290 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 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
