1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 19 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 129 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, 2009 Saturn Aura, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Aura |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
