1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 280 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
