1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 327 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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
