1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 108 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
