2000 Toyota Sienna vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 455 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 1956 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Sienna | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sienna | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
