2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1741 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 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2410 mm |