1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 1991 Volvo 440
To start off, 1991 Volvo 440 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Volvo 440.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 440, 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 1991 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Silvia | 440 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
