1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 618 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 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Silvia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
