1995 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, both 1995 Audi A4 and 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A4 | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |