2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia. 1978 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |