1981 Nissan Silvia vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 439 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 1981 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass, 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Silvia | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Silvia | Compass |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
