1959 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 364 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Toyota Crown | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |