2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 25 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1451 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | LR3 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
