1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1969 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 211 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
