1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
