2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 160 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2950 mm |