2008 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
