1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 1995 Mazda RX-01 and 1995 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-01 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |