1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
