1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-150 | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |