2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 731 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2410 mm |
