1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Pintara | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Pintara | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |