1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Nissan Silvia 1995 Nissan Maxima
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Silvia Maxima
Year Released 1980 1995
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1770 cc 2988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2710 mm


 

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