1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 244 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |
