1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 964 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |