1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 600 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan 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 2000 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Silvia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |