2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 10 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 492 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Thunderbird | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |