2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1421 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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 (353 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
