1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 20 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 269 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.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Silvia | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
