2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Supra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |