1971 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda RX-2 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
