2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 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 217 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1627 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 (447 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
