2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1779 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
