2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 24 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 1983 Nissan Silvia
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Outlander Silvia
Year Released 2007 1983
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 277 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2410 mm