1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
