2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 25 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
