2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 597 kg more than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |