1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1991 Skoda L | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | L |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |