1999 Acura TL vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 585 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura TL | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |