2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 26 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 970 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 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX4 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
