2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 181 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
