2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
