1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
