2012 Opel Combo vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.

Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 1979 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Opel Combo 1979 Nissan Silvia
Make Opel Nissan
Model Combo Silvia
Year Released 2012 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2410 mm


 

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