1984 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Silvia | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Silvia | 206 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
