1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 592 kg more than 1987 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Silvia | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Silvia | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2423 mm |
