1996 Volvo 440 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 17 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
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, 1996 Volvo 440, 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 (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volvo 440 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | 440 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |