1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
