1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 56 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1994 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 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Spirit | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |