1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 18 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 471 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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Trafic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3100 mm |