1982 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry, 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
