2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
