2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 323 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1986 Mazda 323. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 323. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
