1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 115 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 816 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
