2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 51 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2009 Ford Taurus 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. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |