2005 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |