2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
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 | 250 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |