1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 50 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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Silvia | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
