1989 Nissan Silvia vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Nissan Silvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Silvia (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Silvia | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Model F |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
