2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 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 81 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
