2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 723 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia. 1978 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
