2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 479 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
