1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 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 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Silvia | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Nissan | Ascari |
Model | Silvia | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |