1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1997 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 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
