1984 Nissan Silvia vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Nissan Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. 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, 1984 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Silvia | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Silvia | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
