1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
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 (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Italdesign |
| Model | Express | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
