1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
