1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |