2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 16 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |