1966 Checker Town vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 Checker Town. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3440 mm |
