1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
