1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1809 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
