1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | G37 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
