2001 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Silvia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |