2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1959 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 352 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Avensis 1959 Toyota Crown
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Crown
Year Released 2005 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1453 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2540 mm


 

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