2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Borrego | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
