1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada 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 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Armada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
