2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1006 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.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
