1995 Nissan Presea vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Presea | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Presea | 2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2489 mm |
