2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 436 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
