1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | 800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
