2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Silvia (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon weights approximately 37 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1989 Nissan 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 1989 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
