1984 Nissan Silvia vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Silvia | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Silvia | Model F |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |