1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1983 Nissan 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia. 1983 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
