1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX 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 66 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |