1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 445 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Avanti Avanti 1963 Toyota Crown
Make Avanti Toyota
Model Avanti Crown
Year Released 1988 1963
Engine Size 5002 cc 1897 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 80 HP
Torque 325 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2700 mm


 

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