2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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 (339 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
