2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 825 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2290 mm |
