1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro 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 108 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
