2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 821 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
