1988 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 841 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Silvia | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Silvia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
