2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Express | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2930 mm |
