1999 Ford Contour vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 24 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 322 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, 1999 Ford Contour, 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 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
