2009 Audi S5 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S5 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S5 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |