1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 408 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Silvia | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
