2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
