2012 GMC Terrain vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 764 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Terrain | Silvia |
Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1770 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 | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2350 mm |