1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Silvia | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Silvia | Suburban |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3350 mm |