1989 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri, 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
