1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 22 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 2 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
