2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 221 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1983 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 (454 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
