2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | 2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2780 mm |