1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 33 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1290 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 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silvia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
