1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | AZ-1 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |
