1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 216 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Firenza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 196 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |