1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 132 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-01 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
