1995 Ford Tracer vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, both 1995 Ford Tracer 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) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 Ford Tracer. 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 Ford Tracer, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Tracer | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |