2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1531 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
