2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 839 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1770 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |