1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Silvia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |