2000 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 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, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
