1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1987 Nissan Silvia and 1987 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309, 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Silvia | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Silvia | 309 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |