2004 Hummer H2 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2004 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2540 mm |
