1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1981 Nissan Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Celica | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Celica | Silvia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1769 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |