1994 Ford Laser vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Laser | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Silvia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |