2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 975 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
