2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | BT-50 | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 358 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |