1994 Honda Today vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Today | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
