1997 Mercury Villager vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1997 Mercury Villager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Villager | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Villager | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |