2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
