1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
