1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 319 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Daimler | Mazda |
Model | Conquest | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |