2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
