1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
