2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2440 mm |
