2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1306 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Titan 1980 Nissan Silvia
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Titan Silvia
Year Released 2005 1980
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5556 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 514 Nm 147 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2316 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2410 mm