1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 26 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 39 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra, 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Silvia | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Silvia | Micra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
