2000 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 20 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar F-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 790 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar F-Type | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | F-Type | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
