1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | Crew |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
