2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 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. Both 2000 Nissan Almera and 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
