1977 Peugeot 404 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 404 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 404 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 404 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
