1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2001 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 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 67 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda RX-01 2001 Nissan Altima
Make Mazda Nissan
Model RX-01 Altima
Year Released 1999 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2610 cc 2389 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2630 mm