1977 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 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 146 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-4 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | RX-4 | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
