1988 Holden Camira vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. Both 1988 Holden Camira and 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira, 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Camira | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Camira | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |