1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
