1985 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1996 Nissan 200 SX 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 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
