1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, 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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Crown |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |