2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 20 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 340 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
