2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Frontera | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |