1975 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Silvia | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |