1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MPV | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |