1984-1988 Silvia OverviewNissan Silvia Overview (1984 - 1988)
S12
Tech Specs Summary
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- 106 - 135 mph
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- 7.5 - 12.5 seconds
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- 90 - 190 BHP
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- 22.8 - 31.4 mpg
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- 1,080 - 1,310 kg
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- 297 L (Hatchback)
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- 240 L (Coupé)
This generation of the Nissan Silvia (S12) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan between 1984 - 1988. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or coupé. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 90 BHP 1.8 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 190 BHP 3 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and semi-trailing arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Silvia is the Nissan Silvia RS-X which scores 2.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 190 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 156 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 135 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan Silvia 1.8 Turbo is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 369 miles and can store 297 litres of cargo.