1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |