2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 268 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
