1999 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |