2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2870 mm |