2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 550 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Jeep Liberty 1979 Nissan Silvia
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Liberty Silvia
Year Released 2004 1979
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3687 cc 1952 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 152 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm


 

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