1989 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1989 Audi 200 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
