1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Express 1988 Toyota Lexcen
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express Lexcen
Year Released 1997 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6505 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2740 mm


 

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