1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 132 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |