1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 575 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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Silvia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
