2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
