2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2059 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
