1982 Nissan Silvia vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Silvia | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Silvia | VX220 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |