1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 24 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
