1983 Toyota Model F vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
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, 1982 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1982 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Model F | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Model F | Silvia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |