2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Bantam | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |