1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 285 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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Silvia | Camry |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |