2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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 (488 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2950 mm |
