2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Carol | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
