2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2520 mm |
