2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 48 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
