1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1978 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 1978 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Skoda | Nissan |
Model | Octavia | Silvia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |