1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante 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 167 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1844 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2210 mm |
