1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 27 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |