1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie 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 62 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1986 Nissan Prairie. 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 1986 Nissan Prairie. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Prairie | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Prairie | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |