1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Crown | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Crown | T 350 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |