2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 57 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
