1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
