2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 947 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
