1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 465 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-4 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |