1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 31 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Prairie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
