1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1597 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 616 | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3429 mm |
