2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 (489 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2560 mm |
