2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1585 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 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
