2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 44 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
