2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 945 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 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Veracruz | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Veracruz | Silvia |
Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2350 mm |