1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Sedan | Express |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3429 mm |