2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 266 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |