2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 247 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
