1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
