1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Silvia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |