1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda MX-6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda MX-6 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-6 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |