2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1358 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 108 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2540 mm |