2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 464 kg more than 1983 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 (454 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
