2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
