2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1537 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
