2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 673 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.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
