1991 Renault 21 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Renault 21 is newer by 34 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Renault 21.
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, 1991 Renault 21, 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, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault 21 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Crown |
Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |