1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 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 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Silvia | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Silvia | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |