1976 Nissan Silvia vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Silvia | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Silvia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
