1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |