2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
