1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1987 Nissan Silvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
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, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Silvia | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
Make | Nissan | Talbot |
Model | Silvia | Sunbeam-Lotus |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |