1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
