1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 740 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 1999 Volvo V70 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, 1999 Volvo V70 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Silvia | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Silvia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
