1981 Nissan Silvia vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Silvia | 1985 Subaru XT | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Silvia | XT |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |