1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1978 Nissan Silvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
