2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |