2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
