1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet APV | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | APV | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |