1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia. 1980 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota RAV4 | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | RAV4 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |