1988 Nissan Silvia vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, 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, 1988 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Silvia | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Silvia | 460 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
