1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 10 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Monaro |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |