2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2300 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2300 | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |