2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
