1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Renault 5. 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1979 Renault 5 | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |