2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 376 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
