2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 311 kg more than 1986 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 (266 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
