1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
