1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 10 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
