2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 561 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2310 mm |
