1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 22 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | BS6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |