1989 Nissan Silvia vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Silvia | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Silvia | Hilux |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |