1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
