1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 30 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (106 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Silvia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
