2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | LR3 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |