2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
