2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 510 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Highlander | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
