1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia

To start off, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Chevelle 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Chevelle 200 SX Silvia
Year Released 1967 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6478 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm


 

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