1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Avanti |
| Model | Express | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
