2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Elantra 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Elantra 200 SX Silvia
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2480 mm


 

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