1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Express | 700C |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1950 mm |
