1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pulsar | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
