1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 23 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 531 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2779 mm |
