2003 Ginetta G34 vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34.
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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ginetta G34 | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G34 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
