2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 330 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Sports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
