1984 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 27 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1984 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 2011 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Nissan Silvia | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Silvia | Eos |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |