2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia. 1980 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Kuga | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |