2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | S-Type | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |