2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 783 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2043 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
