2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 949 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 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |