1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
