1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 929 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |