2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Nissan 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |