2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 1976 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
