2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
