1975 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 772 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon, 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Silvia | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Silvia | Actyon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |