2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Midge |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
