1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 433 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |