1989 Nissan Silvia vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Silvia | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Silvia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
