1992 Toyota Camry vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
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, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 1992 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Camry | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Crown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
