1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
