2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (386 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2110 mm |
