1983 Ford GT vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT | B2300 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |