1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1994 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 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma, 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
