1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-01 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
