2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 47 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 258 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 1958 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
