2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Avalanche | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |