1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |