1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 39 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 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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 Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke 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 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
