2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 483 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Primera (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
