1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 9 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Silvia | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silvia | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
