1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 29 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Silvia | Equator |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |