2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 522 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. 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 (386 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
