1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 590 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
