2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1467 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
