1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 654 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
