1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 216 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1991 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 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
