1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000, 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Silvia | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Silvia | 9000 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |