1976 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-2 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
