1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 590 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
