2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 701 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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 Quest (314 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Quest | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |