1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Mangusta | Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |