2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |