1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 127 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
