1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Shadow | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
