2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |