2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 157 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 896 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
