1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | 300 ZX | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |