1990 Chrysler GS vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1990 Chrysler GS is newer by 3 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler GS. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Chrysler GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler GS, 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, 1990 Chrysler GS (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler GS | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Crown |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
