1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Land Cruiser | B2500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2990 mm |