1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mustang | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
