2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2470 mm |
