2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |