1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30, 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 1994 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1975 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1975 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti J30 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | J30 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
