1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 772 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2012 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Navara |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |