2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
