2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 706 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2310 mm |