1982 Lancia Trevi vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 439 kg more than 1982 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi, 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Trevi has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Trevi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Trevi | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Trevi | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 71 L |
