2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 294 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
