2009 Audi R8 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
