2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |