1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
