1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1992 Pontiac Sunbird has manual transmission. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunbird | Crown |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |