1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 12 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. Both 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia and 2010 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2010 Opel Insignia 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. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Insignia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2737 mm |