1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 516 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Silvia | Frontier |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |