1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
