1982 Nissan Stanza vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1982 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Stanza | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stanza | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
