1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |
