1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, both 1975 Chrysler Centura and 1975 Nissan Silvia were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Centura | Silvia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |