1998 Nissan Presea vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. 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 1998 Nissan Presea. 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 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Presea | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Presea | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |