1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 17 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Silvia | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Silvia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
