2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2560 mm |
