2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort 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 200 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
