1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | BRZ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |