1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 955 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 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Silvia | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
