1991 Honda Integra vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Integra | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Integra | Silvia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |