1989 Nissan Silvia vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Silvia (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1989 Nissan 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 Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb, 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Silvia | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Silvia | Superb |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
