1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SS | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
