1983 Jeep CJ vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jeep CJ | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
