2009 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
