1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silvia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3410 mm |
