2008 Acura RL vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 24 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
