2002 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2002 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia. 1981 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
