1985 Nissan Skyline vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Skyline | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
