1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 705 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Explorer | Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |