2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Verada | Silvia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |