1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2499 mm |
