2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2480 mm |
