2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 168 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
