1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 132 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | 404 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
