2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 26 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 490 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 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Verada | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 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 |