1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 345 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Silvia | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Silvia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2645 mm |
