1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
