1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-01 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
