1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2004 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 2004 Toyota Camry
Make Nissan Toyota
Model 200 SX Silvia Camry
Year Released 1990 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1809 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 220 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2510 mm


 

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