1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Step Wagon | Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |