1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 20 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 560 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Newport | Crown |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2540 mm |