2008 Opel Signum vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum, 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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Signum | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Signum | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
