2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
