1973 Renault 5 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
