2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 49 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 689 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 1956 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
