2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
