2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 143 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.
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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
