1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 185 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | 211 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
