1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 15 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Silvia | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
