1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2001 Toyota Yaris, 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 (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Silvia | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Silvia | Yaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |