2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 186 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
