2009 Honda Stream vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 281 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Stream | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |