2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1642 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Express | Coupe |
Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2470 mm |