1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |