1998 Acura CL vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Acura CL is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura CL (200 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura CL weights approximately 510 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, 1998 Acura CL, 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.
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1998 Acura CL | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | CL | Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4826 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2715 mm | 2350 mm |