1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |