2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2350 mm |