1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z

To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 837 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Express 2010 Nissan 370Z
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Express 370Z
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2334 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1316 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2550 mm


 

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