1998 Nissan Silvia vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, both 1998 Nissan Silvia and 1998 Rover 75 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75.
Because 1998 Nissan 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 Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Silvia | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
