2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |