1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sunny | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
