2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 141 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
