2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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 1990 Mazda 323. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2460 mm |
