1988 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Silvia | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |