2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
