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 82 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 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 | 1988 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
