1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1996 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 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, 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, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Venture |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |