1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Express and 1997 Lancia K were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. 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 Lancia K, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia K has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia K will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Lancia K | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Express | K |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |