2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 915 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silvia | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
