2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 850 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 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
Model | Korando | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |