2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 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 208 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Silverado | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
