1997 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz S | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |