1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 18 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 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 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | i30 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |