1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 20 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
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, 1999 Nissan Primera, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Silvia | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Silvia | Primera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |