1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1994 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1994 Nissan Presea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Presea weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1994 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
