1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 1976 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota MR2 | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | MR2 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |