2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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 Express (353 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2310 mm |
