1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe 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 59 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
