2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G8 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G8 | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |