1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 670 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
