1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 21 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Silvia | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Silvia | 607 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |