1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | LTD |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3090 mm |