2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 806 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |