2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 302 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tonka | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2350 mm |
