2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2320 mm |