2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
