2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 617 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
