1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 234 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
