2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
