2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1970 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Silverado | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
