1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 594 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Crown | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
