1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 39 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 300 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.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 400 R | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
