1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Silvia (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 793 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Silvia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |