1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
