1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
