2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
