2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Vanette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6599 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2080 mm |