1981 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2005 Nissan Silvia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Nissan Silvia.

Because 2005 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 2005 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Probe, 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. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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