1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 695 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 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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 L 200 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 L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | L 200 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |