2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |