2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
