1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
