1999 Mitsubishi GTO vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 20 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | GTO | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
