2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 736 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 (353 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2950 mm |
