1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 783 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
