1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |