2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 38 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 1982 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1982 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1982 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
