1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 663 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | AZ-1 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
