1989 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 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 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Silvia | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Silvia | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
