1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Silvia | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Silvia | Clio |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |