2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1958 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2230 mm |
