1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Acura CL
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Express and 1997 Acura CL were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1997 Acura CL. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 844 kg more than 1997 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Acura CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Express | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 145 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2715 mm |
