2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | YRV | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
