2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 18 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. 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 Lada Samara II, 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 (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara II | Silvia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |