1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 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 137 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1820 mm |