1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-2 | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-2 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |