1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 348 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |