1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 594 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
