1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
