2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. Both 2001 Daewoo Tacuma and 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 147 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1997 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 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Tacuma | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 119 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
