1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1992 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 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
