1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Silvia | GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
