1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 132 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.
Because 1991 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 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta, 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
