1971 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
