2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 27 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 565 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 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 2006 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
