1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Tocsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (148 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa, 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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Silvia | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
