1999 Mitsubishi GTO vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | GTO | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
