1982 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Silvia | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Silvia | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |