2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 805 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.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |
