2008 Mazda 2 vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Presea weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2.
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, 2008 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
