2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 48 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 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 298 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 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
