1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
