1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1994 Nissan 200 SX 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 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
