2005 Audi TT vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Audi TT, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
