2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |