1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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 (555 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Opa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
