1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
