2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |