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Mazda RX-7 vs Nissan Silvia: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Mazda RX-7

Mazda · 1991–2002

RX-7 FD

A PI 688

Power
195 kW265 PS
Kerb mass
1,310 kg

Nissan Silvia

Nissan · 1993–2000

Silvia

No versions in our catalog yet

Power
162 kW220 PS
Kerb mass
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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

  • Off-road RX-7 FD Drive and body: Rear-wheel drive · Coupe vs Rear-wheel drive · Coupe

In plain words

Mazda RX-7 is the older design (from 1978); Nissan Silvia arrived in 1993. On the catalog figures, the Mazda RX-7 is the pick for off-road. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Nissan Silvia yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Full specifications

Mazda RX-7Nissan Silvia
General
Version RX-7 FD · FD Type RB · 195 kW (265 PS) No data
Production years 1991–2002 1993–2000
Body Coupe Coupe
Class Sports car Sports car
Country Japan Japan
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 195 kW (265 PS) 261 hp Better 162 kW (220 PS) 217 hp
Power, all versions 75–206 kW (102–280 PS) 101–276 hp 162 kW (220 PS) 217 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 294 Nm 217 lb-ft No data
Power per tonne 149 kW/t 181 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,308 cc 1.3 l No data
Engine code 13B-REW No data
Gearbox 5-speed manual No data
Drive Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,310 kg 2,888 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 160 l 5.7 cu ft No data

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).