2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 325 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
