1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 15 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 456 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | 3000GT | Silvia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |