1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 658 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
