2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 332 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (220 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
