2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
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 Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 191 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | Montrose |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |