1975 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 386 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
