1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1984 Nissan 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 1984 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |