2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
